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Methodology

From a whole market to the right few.

Six steps, each with a deliverable you can review. The method is simple to describe and demanding to apply.

Submit a Hiring Brief

  1. Step 1 : Search brief

    We define the target profile, the must-haves, the market scope and what would make the role attractive to someone who is not looking.

    You receiveA written search brief you validate

  2. Step 2 : Market mapping

    We map where qualified people actually sit: comparable companies, teams, adjacent skills and locations.

    You receiveA target talent map

  3. Step 3 : Direct outreach

    We approach passive candidates personally and discreetly, with a message built around the role, not a job ad.

    You receiveAn outreach strategy and market feedback

  4. Step 4 : Candidate qualification

    Every candidate is interviewed by a person. We assess skills, motivation, availability and fit before anyone reaches your desk.

    You receiveStructured qualification notes

  5. Step 5 : Qualified shortlist

    You receive a short list of people we have spoken to, with the reasoning behind each name.

    You receiveA focused shortlist, ready to interview

  6. Step 6 : Interviews & offer

    We stay involved through interviews, references, offer and the first weeks, so a good process does not fail at the last step.

    You receiveInterview and offer follow-up

What we need from you

A good search is a shared effort.

A decision-maker

Someone who can validate the brief and give fast feedback on candidates.

Honest constraints

Budget, location, flexibility, deal-breakers. Hidden constraints are the main cause of failed searches.

Interview availability

Strong candidates have options. A slow process loses them.

FAQ

Methodology

What is market mapping?

Market mapping is a structured view of where people with the target profile work: companies, teams, locations and adjacent skill sets. It guides the outreach and gives you an honest picture of the available talent.

How many candidates are on a shortlist?

Enough to give you a real choice, few enough that each one has been properly qualified. The number depends on the role and the market, and we explain the reasoning behind each name.

Do you use AI in your process?

We use AI tools to support research and organisation. Every candidate is evaluated by a person, and no decision about a candidate is made automatically.

What happens after the shortlist?

We stay involved through interviews, references, the offer and the first weeks, so that a good process does not fail at the last step.

Ready to start a search?

Step one is a brief. It takes a few minutes and it structures everything that follows.

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